1. Jesus Christ, the Son of Man,
I love you.
May I bear my cross
Without complaint,
Rejoicing in your presence
Day and night, Lord,
And loving all I meet
Without restraint.
2. Jesus Christ, the Prince of Peace,
I love you.
May I bear my cross
Without reproach,
Thanking you for all,
Both good and bad, Lord,
And bringing those who suffer
Your fresh hope.
3. Jesus Christ, the Son of God,
I love you.
May I bear my cross
Without lament,
Praying for the world, Lord,
Without ceasing,
And praising you,
The Saviour
God has sent.
References
1. Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me” (Matthew 16:24; NLT).
Rejoice always (1 Thessalonians 5:16; NIV).
Be kind to everyone (2 Timothy 2:24; NLT).
2. Give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18; NIV).
Should we accept only good from the hand of God, and never anything bad? (Job 2:10; NLT).
3. He was oppressed and treated harshly, yet he never said a word (Isaiah 53:7; NLT).
Pray continually (1 Thessalonians 5:17; NIV).
God loved the world so much that he gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life (John 3:16; NLT).